Bridget Marzette-Bender – Vice President, Caregiver Experience, Product Adoption, Disability & Experience. With over 20 years of distinguished service in health care, Bridget Marzette-Bender is a nationally recognized leader in Human Resources, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), and caregiver experience. As Vice President at Mercy, Bridget leads transformative strategies to enhance caregiver engagement, drive inclusive recruitment, and foster a culture of belonging across the organization. Her visionary leadership has shaped Mercy’s DEIB platform, championed social justice initiatives, and advanced cultural competency to improve patient access and satisfaction. Bridget’s career spans executive roles at Mercy, Centene Corporation, and BJC HealthCare, where she has consistently elevated employee experience, talent development, and organizational culture. She has served as a strategic advisor, thought partner, and implementer—developing innovative programs that unlock potential in individuals and teams. Beyond her professional achievements, Bridget is deeply committed to community wellness. She has volunteered extensively to support breast cancer awareness, served on the boards of Valeda’s Hope, the Women’s Foundation of Greater St. Louis, and Good Shepherd, and was honored as a hometown hero by iHeartRadio for her advocacy with Sista Strut. Bridget holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and an MBA from Fontbonne University. She is an alumna of the St. Louis Business Diversity Initiative Fellow – Cohort 8 and was named a 2018 Power 100 honoree by Delux Magazine. A devoted spouse, parent, and grandparent, Bridget finds joy in traveling, cooking, photography, and spending time with loved ones. Her legacy is one of inspiration, impact, and unwavering dedication to advancing equity and excellence in health care and beyond.